BSCS Science Learning

BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral Darwin Day 2026 Science, Art, Communication Artwork by Mallery Quetawki, Zuni Pueblo "DNA-All My Relations" Instagram: @M.Quetawki.Art Image: A stylized painting shows a spiraling strand of orange bead-like forms resembling DNA, each bead decorated with symbolic images of animals, arrows, geometric patterns, and natural motifs. The strand curves across a black background intersected by turquoise lines, while a bold red-and-yellow sunburst and white zigzag shapes frame parts of the composition, blending science imagery with Indigenous-inspired symbolism.

🐢 Happy Darwin Day!

Meet Mallery Quetawki, an artist–scientist from the Pueblo of Zuni whose artwork blends Indigenous knowledge and biology to transform how communities connect with science.

🍎 🧪 bscs.org/darwin-day-2026

#DarwinDay #DarwinDay2026 #EduSky #SciArt #SciEd

BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral International Day of Women and Girls in Science February 11, 2026 Silhouettes of women and girls in different colors

🔬🌍 Today is International Day of Women & Girls in Science!

We firmly believe science belongs to everyone & that equitable, engaging science education empowers all learners. When barriers fall and opportunities open, diverse voices drive innovation & progress.

🍎 🧪 #EduSky #EveryVoiceInScience

Teacher Institutes for BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life March 10 March 17 & 24 Save your spot! bscs.org/bio-institutes Image of a coyote Unit 4: Biodiversity and Humans

We’re officially entering Unit 4 this March, and it’s the final unit of the BSCS Biology series offered this winter/spring!

🗓️ 3/10 (full day) or 3/17 & 3/24 (after school)
💲 $250 first teacher / $200 additional
👉 bscs.org/bio-institutes

🍎 🧪 #EduSky #SciEd

NARST A global organization for improving science education through research Image of the Seattle cityscape

Conference season is coming up, and we are excited to see everyone at this year’s #NARST2026 in Seattle! Check out our lineup of sessions here: bscs.org/narst-2026

🍎 🧪 #EduSky #SciEd #NARST26

AERA American Educational Association 2026 Annual Meeting Los Angeles, California April 8-12, 2026 #AERA2026 Drawing of two birds Unforgetting Histories and Imagining Futures Constructing a New Vision for Education Research

We’re headed to the #AERA2026 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, April 8–12! Join us for cutting-edge sessions where we share research, practice-based insights, and strategies that strengthen science education and equity in classrooms.

🍎 🧪 Details here: bscs.org/aera-2026

#EduSky #SciEd

Curious about what the BSCS lineup is? Take a peek here: bscs.org/nsta-2026

#EduSky #SciEd 🍎🧪

MLK DAY Martin Luther King Jr. Drawing of Martin Luther King Jr.

This #MLKDay, we reflect on the BSCS commitment to equity & social justice: ensuring all learners and educators have access to high-quality science education that draws on diverse perspectives & empowers action toward social & environmental justice. 🍎 🧪

#EduSky #SciEd #MLKDayOfService

Louisiana 8th grade science teachers! 🍎 🧪

Join the ESLO project to take part in research on how high-quality instructional materials impact student learning, while growing professionally.

👉 Learn more and apply: bscs.org/eslo

#EduSky #ScienceEducation #HQIM #OpenSciEd

Image of an elementary school student with goggles on her head holding a small container full of water and rocks. Educator Resource Center BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral

Did you know our Educator Resource Center has tons of high-quality teaching and learning materials, most of which are free and available online?

Explore resources for:
🔹 Classroom instruction
🔹 Professional learning
🔹 Leadership
🔹 Informal learning

🍎 🧪 bscs.org/erc

#EduSky #SciEd

BSCS Instructional Coaching Services offer research-driven support to strengthen instructional practice, build educator confidence, and improve student learning, while developing internal coaching capacity. 🍎 🧪

👉 bscs.org/coaching

#EduSky #ProfessionalLearning

BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life January 13 January 20 & 27 Save your spot! bscs.org/bio-institutes

🔬 New year, new unit, new opportunity!

Join us in Jan. for virtual Teacher Institutes focused on Unit 3 (Matter & Energy) of BSCS Bio. No prior institutes required!

🗓️ 1/13 (full day) or 1/20 & 1/27 (after school)
💲 $250 first teacher / $200 additional
👉 bscs.org/bio-institutes

🍎 🧪 #EduSky #SciEd

As the year comes to a close, help fuel the future of science education! 🍎 🧪

Donate to our Innovation Fund and support cutting-edge resources, expanded access, and the next generation of science thinkers.

👉 bscs.org/donate

#EduSky

FieldScope December 2025 Newsletter

Big news! The latest FieldScope newsletter just dropped! Get the scoop on our 2026 platform update, including expanded data visualizations, a fresh intuitive look, and new tools to help you make sense of your data like never before.

🍎 🧪 Read it here: tinyurl.com/4y8pphcx

#EduSky #CitizenScience

Colorado Gives Day is here! Your gift to BSCS ensures a future where students are excited about science, equipped with the tools to explore and innovate, and ready to build a better world.

🍎 🧪 Donate today: coloradogives.org/organization/BSCS-co

#EduSky #ColoradoGivesDay #WaveofGenerosity

Learning Forward's 2025 Annual Conference - BSCS Science Learning BSCS Science Learning will present at the Learning Forward 2025 Annual Conference in Boston, Massachusetts, December 7-10, 2025.

BSCS is excited to present at the Learning Forward Annual Conference, Dec 7–10, 2025, in Boston!

Join us for sessions on research-based, inquiry-driven professional learning that empowers educators & advances science teaching. 🍎🧪

👉 bscs.org/learning-forward-2025

#EduSky #LearnFwd25

Giving Tuesday Image of a teacher with her students in the woods.

🌱 From local parks to Yosemite rockfalls, Lucia Brea makes science personal, engaging every student in hands-on learning that sparks curiosity & confidence. Your support of BSCS empowers Ts to unlock that potential everywhere.

🍎 🧪Check out her story here: bscs.org/lucia

#EduSky #GivingTuesday

🎉 Black Friday just got a whole lot brighter! 🎉

This year, treat yourself and make an impact. Head over to the BSCS Bonfire store and shop original-art apparel and gear. Every purchase supports our mission to transform science education.

🍎 🧪 Snap it up now: bscs.org/bonfire

#EduSky #SciArt

Save the Date! December 2, 2025 Did you know your Giving Tuesday donation on ColoradoGivesDay.org counts for Colorado Gives Day? BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral

❤️Next Tuesday is #GivingTuesday!❤️

Did you know your gift to BSCS also counts for #ColoradoGivesDay? That means it’s eligible for special prizes and part of the $1 million+ Incentive Fund, making your donation go even further.

Give today at coloradogives.org/organization/BSCS-co

#EduSky 🍎🧪

NSTA Conference Minneapolis 2025 Image of the city of Minneapolis BSCS Science Learning logo in white with spiral

🌟 NSTA 2025 in Minneapolis showed us one thing: connection drives change in science education.

When educators, students, and real-world learning connect, classrooms thrive.

Check out the full story here: bscs.org/news/the-pow...

#EduSky #SciEd #NSTAFall25

Annual Report 2024 BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral Image of BSCS professional learning institute

We’re proud to share that our 2024 Annual Report is now available!

This year’s report highlights our impact, progress, and the inspiring partnerships that continue to advance science education.

🍎 🧪 Explore the full report here: bscs.org/ar-2024

#EduSky #SciEd

Registration-based Teacher Institutes for BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life - BSCS Science Learning BSCS offers Registration-based Teacher Institutes with the same content as our District-based Teacher Institutes.

🧬 High school bio teachers: Join BSCS Biology starting next week to explore how genes & the environment shape disease!

November 10
November 17 & 19

🔬 Hands-on learning | 🌍 Support multilingual learners | 🤝 Connect with educators

👉 bscs.org/bio-institutes

🍎🧪 #EduSky #BSCSBiology #NGSS #SciEd

Louisiana 8th-grade science teachers—partner with BSCS Science Learning!

Join a study on how OpenSciEd & other curricula support student learning.
💰 $2K+
📚 PD included

🍎 🧪 Learn more: bscs.org/eslo

#EduSky #ScienceEducation #HQIM #OpenSciEd

LATM/LSTA Joint Conference Igniting Curiosity The Power Of Math & Science November 6-7, 2025 Raising Cane's River Center, Baton Rouge, LA BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral bscs.org/eslo

Louisiana Ts attending LATM/LSTA 2025: make sure you catch BSCS’s Abe Lo, who is sharing insights about our Engaging Science Learning with OpenSciEd (ESLO) project.

ESLO is focused on transforming MS science in high-need schools.

👉 bscs.org/eslo

#EduSky #OpenSciEd #LouisianaTeachers 🍎 🧪

Opportunity for Rural Middle School Science and STEM Teachers - BSCS Science Learning Build It Green! (BIG!) is a curriculum development collaboration aimed at supporting middle school students’ energy literacy and energy conservation knowledge.

🍎 🧪 We're still looking for middle school science teachers! 🌱 Join the Build It Green (BIG) Project, an innovative unit on energy & green architecture. Help students design sustainable schools. Rural & all educators welcome!

👉 bscs.org/big

#EduSky #STEM #ScienceEd #SciEd #Sustainability

Anchored Inquiry Learning: Designing Meaningful Instruction to Explore Phenomena and Problems Presenter: Cynthia Gay Image of Cynthia Gay BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral

TODAY—Explore how Anchored Inquiry Learning makes science meaningful!

Join BSCS’s Cindy Gay at #NABT2025:
Anchored Inquiry Learning: Designing Meaningful Instruction to Explore Phenomena and Problems
📅 Nov 1 | ⏰ 2:00–3:15 PM CDT

nabt.org/Events-2025-Program (Keywords: "BSCS")

🍎🧪 #EduSky #SciEd

Science is spooktacular this time of year! 👻🧪

From all of us at BSCS Science Learning, wishing the ghouls, goblins, and curious minds a frightfully fun Halloween! 🕸️✨

#EduSky 🍎 🧪

Using Societal Challenges as Phenomena in Three-Dimensional Units to Develop Student Agency Presenter: Cynthia Gay Image of Cynthia Gay BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral

Join BSCS’s Cindy Gay TODAY at #NABT2025:
Using Societal Challenges as Phenomena in Three-Dimensional Units to Develop Student Agency
📅 Oct 30 | ⏰ 12:30–3:30 PM CDT

nabt.org/Events-2025-Program (Keywords: "BSCS")

🍎🧪 #EduSky #SciEd #3DLearning

Image of Minneapolis buildings NSTA Minneapolis 25 November 12-15 Evaluating Health Risks: Opportunities for Student Learning and Action OpenSciEd Assessments: Supporting Students, Teachers and the Classroom Community in Making Sense of Science Choosing Phenomena to Customize Standards-Based Assessments that Connect to Students’ Interests and Community Priorities BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral bscs.org/november-15

On Nov 15 at #NSTAFall25, BSCS sessions focus on:

🧬 Student agency & real-world science
📘 OpenSciEd assessments
🌱 Phenomena-based learning & community connections

Full schedule 👉 bscs.org/november-15

🍎🧪#EduSky #NSTA

Image of Minneapolis buildings NSTA Minneapolis 25 November 12-15 Embedding Literacy Supports in 3D Units for Equitable Sensemaking and Learning Local Learning Matters: Using Relevant Phenomena and Solutions to Localize Climate Change Learning Not a Side Dish: How Can We Embed Equity Efforts Within Science Leadership Roles? Leadership for Implementation of HQIM: How Can We Support Implementation of HQIM from Launch Through Sustainability? OpenSciEd Elementary Classroom Discussions: Supporting students to share and discuss their ideas with the classroom community Leadership for Equity: How Can We Support Equity in Educational Systems? Why Is the Amount of Wild Rice Changing? A Local Climate Change Storyline Unit for Minnesota Students The OpenSciEd Elementary Design: Fitting student-centered science instruction into the varied schedules of K-5 classrooms Tools for Leadership: How Can We Achieve the Promise of High-Quality Instructional Materials for All Students? Using Student Interest and Identity to Design Meaningful, Phenomenon-driven Assessment Opportunities for Students BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral bscs.org/november-14

On Nov 14 at #NSTAFall25, BSCS is leading sessions on:

📘 Equity & student-centered science
🌱 Literacy supports in 3D units
🌎 Local climate change learning
🧭 HQIM & leadership tools

Full schedule 👉 bscs.org/november-14

🍎🧪 #EduSky #NSTA

Coming in November BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life Registration-based Teacher Institute Cindy Gay, Senior Science Educator, BSCS Biology co-Lead and Professional Learning Lead BSCS Science Learning logo with spiral Image of Cindy Gay bscs.org/bio-institutes

HS bio Ts, join us this Nov for Unit 2: Genetic & Environmental Risk for Disease. Explore how genes + the environment shape health & disease. 🍎🧪

🧬 Nov 10 (full-day)
🌎 Nov 17 & 19 (after school)
💰 $250 first T / $200 additional

👉 bscs.org/bio-institutes

#EduSky #BSCSBiology #NGSS #SciEd